Editors' Review

There are any number of utilities out there that can quickly and easily convert a variety of file formats into PDFs, so there's no reason to settle for one that doesn't quite meet your needs. DeskPDF Pro combines an efficient drag-and-drop interface with some useful features, but the limitations of the trial version are significant, and there are free programs with many of the same features.

Once installed, DeskPDF Pro appears as an icon in the Windows system tray; clicking it brings up a small interface onto which users can drag files for conversion. This launches a window in which users can browse to the desired destination location and configure the conversion options; clicking the Advanced check box opens an expanded menu with tools for adding metadata, changing security settings, and customizing the way the PDF is displayed. DeskPDF Pro can convert files to either PDF or PS formats, and users can have the program save the new file in the location of their choice or e-mail it. The program comes with a thorough PDF Users Guide, but most users should be able to figure out its features without too much guidance. Although we liked DeskPDF Pro overall -- it was easy to use and gave us plenty of control over the conversion process -- the trial version of the program only allows users to convert five files before it starts placing watermarks on the bottom of each page. The program works well and is worth trying out, but if you're willing to spend some time shopping around, you're likely to find programs with similar capabilities for free.

Publisher's Description

Create 100% Adobe Reader compatible PDF files from any application using deskPDF Creator! With deskPDF Creator you can print to PDF from any application, or take advantage of Microsoft Word integration for instant Word to PDF conversion.

The time-saving new EasyStart menu gives you on-the-fly PDF creation, and drag and drop conversion to PDF. Other new features for 2012 include a conversion preview so you can rotate and delete pages before you finalize the PDF. Also new for 2012 is our new Dual PDF Creation Engine - for more accurate and faster conversion to PDF. deskPDF Creator 2012 now features the PDF/A (PDF Archive) format - great for anyone in legal, finance, and healthcare.

The deskPDF virtual printer means you can print to PDF from any other program, and convert any file to PDF. Anything that you would normally print to paper will be accurately converted to a high quality PDF. Its easy to start creating PDFs immediately, & deskPDF Creator even has many advanced features including PDF merging, watermarking & stationary, custom profiles to streamline your workflows, and PDF security options with up to 128 bit banking-grade encryption. Deep Microsoft Word integration gives you one-click PDF conversion, and means when you convert Word to PDF you retain the hyperlinks, bookmarks and table of contents in your documents.

Docudesk's deskPDF Creator is the original Adobe alternative, and has been the leading PDF creation app since 2003 - with millions of installs worldwide, including over 70% of the Fortune 1000. Award-winning and critically-acclaimed, PC mag describes deskPDF as having a "zen-like" simplicity while at the same time including advanced features that you would expect to pay hundreds of dollars for in other applications. Don't pay the "Adobe tax" when you simply need to create PDF files. Download our free deskPDF Creator trial and start creating 100% Adobe compatible PDFs today.

Most features don't work. I have the latest version of their flagship product. Other than simply viewing PDFs, almost every feature crashes or simply does nothing. I have complained to support and someone always says their sorry to hear about my problems and an update is coming out soon. I have had several updates and not one problem has been fixed.

Summary

If the features actually worked it would be a great program. As it is, it is worthless. DO NOT BUY!!!!

None of the features worked properly (at least in the trial version). Worst part was I couldn't uninstall the software completely. After uninstall pop-up box said: "deskPDF Creator X uninstall complete.Some elements could not be removed. These can beremoved manually." I tried reinstalling and uninstalling again. It still left garbage on my computer- like the printPDF and the folder with deskPDF.exe in it. I had to manually stop the process (which was using RAM but doing nothing) and shred the file. There are probably still registry settings (that I don't want to mess with) there.

Summary

Had to install deskPDF Studio X and uninstall it to get rid of the printer driver, but had to shred deskPDF.exe.

Doesn't play nice with windows add/remove programs, or its own uninstaller.

It doesn't work and ads are a bunch of LIES. Support emails werent answered for several day and even then I got a total crap response that didnt resolve my issue. The guy didnt even understand what i sent and clearly didnt even read my issue.BUYER BEWARE!!!!!!! DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY

Summary

BUYER BEWARE!!!!! bad product. even worse support. THIS COMPANY IS SHADY AND SHOULD BE ASHAMED. GO WITH OTHER PDF SOFTWARE. YOURE BETTER OFF.

We used it to sign a number of documents. It functions and the sellers are nice and easy to reach.

Cons

Weak and unfriendly. Buggy. Does a tiny fraction of what acrobat does for 70% of the price. Fields are hard to place. Graphics are sloppy and always on top. Resizing makes a mess. You have to undo as you can not edit objects you place. Used for a couple years waiting for something to change and new versions are the same as the old versions.

Summary

Baffling set of products. They could not explain what I needed for different tasks so I bought it all and use one thing for this, another for that. Windows 8 does not like the products. Windows 7 was more forgiving. Can't use as default viewer as it conflicts with too many programs.

Can print a pdf from all of my applications. The pdf files take less disk space when I compare with some applications which have a built-in print-to-pdf option. Very easy to install and use: I simply go to PRINT and select deskPDF as the printer. I can also add to a pdf which I already created by creating a new first or last page. I have used this application since March 2006 and have always had good results. When I need Customer Support, I always manage to reach someone who speaks English, is courteous, and provides a quick reply.

Cons

I have nothing negative to say.

Summary

Anexcellent, low-cost application which works very well. Courteous and fast ustomer Support is a big plus and certainly a welcome change when compared to most other software companies :-)

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